I am feeling a little lost right now. We are looking at several big changes happening to us over the next week. Four kids going three different directions.College and high school. Junior high school and elementary school at a completely new-to-us school district.School starting next week.A kid moving to college at the end of the week. A mama feeling a little frazzled over logistics and change. Change happens, but I am not a fan of it for various reasons. However,…
After listening and watching to several podcasts and videos over the last few years as well as living life, I have figured out a few things. One is be prepared. The next is to take care of your family. The third thing is that having a community of like-minded people is far better than being the lone wolf.Before I really get started on this topic, I understand there is many different viewpoints on this topic. I don’t see a wrong…
I told you all I would try to keep you updated on my progress in 10 Days in July project list. This has been going okay. I would like to be further along, but I am happy with where I am. I am at least getting something done! The list: The Kids Are Gone Project List 1. Change out the outlet in the living room. Cords just fall out when plugged in. **STARTED** 2. Clean and purge Paige’s room. This…
10 Days in July…that is how long my youngest two kids are going to be gone. My oldest two kids will hardly be home either between working at the camp, regular work, college orientation, and summer fun. This already feels weird, but I will taking advantage of the time to do some projects in peace. I have several small and big projects to get done and I want to get started. I always have to have a list first, otherwise…
One day I had a crazy idea. I thought to myself that drying blueberries was a great idea. I mean, why not?To buy dried blueberries in the store or online can cost $13-16 for 8 ounces. OUCH! That is an expensive addition to my granola! So I thought I would try to dehydrate my own blueberries. By doing this, I would have them ready to add to trail mix and granola.I thought I was a genius. What followed proved I…
Food storage can be a tricky and confusing thing. What should you store? What does your family eat? What do you like to eat? What is non-perishable but still good for you?A lot of food storage areas I see have a lot of junk food in them. I don’t mean just the Little Debbie snacks. I see a lot of rice mixes, sugary cereals, processed foods, high carbohydrate foods, and empty calorie drinks. That is just a few examples. Those…